Visiting Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (Fiction)

The Department of English at The Pennsylvania State University at University Park, Pennsylvania, invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Creative Writing (Fiction) to begin January 2025, with flexibility.

Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester to both undergraduate students and those enrolled in the BA/MA graduate program. It also includes advising theses and mentoring creative writing students.

The BA/MA program offers an integrated undergraduate/graduate degree in English with a creative writing concentration in poetry and/or prose. Students complete the program in two years-their senior year and the additional MA year.

Candidates for the position must have a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in English, creative writing, or related field by the appointment date. They must also have a record of publications in prominent venues. The ideal candidate will have at least one book in print or under contract. In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.

This is a non-tenure-track, term appointment, with the possibility of reappointment. This position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor.

Interested applicants must submit an online application and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a writing sample of approximately 7,500 words.

System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of the application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.

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